December weather forecast
Skiftenes, Norway

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Skiftenes, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 3.7°C (38.7°F) and an average low of 1°C (33.8°F).

Temperature

December's beginning signals an average high-temperature of an icy 3.7°C (38.7°F), barely different from November's 6.5°C (43.7°F). During the nights of December, Skiftenes records an average low-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Skiftenes, Norway, during December, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Skiftenes, Norway, there are 152.2 rainfall days, and 592mm (23.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skiftenes are January through April, November and December. In Skiftenes, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 48mm (1.89") of snow. In Skiftenes, Norway, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 320mm (12.6") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Skiftenes, Norway.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 15:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:14 and sunset at 15:43 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Skiftenes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Skiftenes during December?
The high-temperature during December is 3.7°C (38.7°F) and the low-temperature is 1°C (33.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Skiftenes?
In Skiftenes, Norway, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.
How much does it rain in Skiftenes in December?
In Skiftenes, during December, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Skiftenes?
In December, in Skiftenes, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 48mm (1.89") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Skiftenes?
The month with the shortest days in Skiftenes is December, with an average of 6h and 30min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Skiftenes?
The average day length in December in Skiftenes, Norway, is 6h and 29min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Skiftenes?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 15:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:14 and sunset at 15:43 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Skiftenes?
With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Skiftenes have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Skiftenes is 3.1h.
How high is the UV index in December in Skiftenes?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Skiftenes is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average temperature in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (1.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average pressure in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average wind speed in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (16.1km/h).

Average humidity in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average humidity in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (71%).

Average rainfall in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average rainfall in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 62mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average rainfall days in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average snowfall in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average snowfall in December: 48mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (106mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average snowfall days in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average sunshine days in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average UV index in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average cloud cover in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December - Skiftenes, Norway
Average visibility in December
Skiftenes, Norway
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (9km).

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